PUAAMS007 — Coordinate search and rescue operations

1 Prepare search plan

• 1.1Search and rescue assets and potential assets are identified and recorded in databases
• 1.2Strategic and tactical objectives are identified, in accordance with search and rescue unit plans
• 1.3Strategies to achieve objectives are identified
• 1.4Hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures implemented
• 1.5Information management strategies are identified and applied
• 1.6Search and rescue procedures and policies are communicated to personnel, groups and other organisations, in accordance with the needs of those people

2 Apply datum search planning principles

• 2.1Last known and/or most probable position of missing person is established from available data
• 2.2Initial search procedures are implemented, in accordance with search and rescue organisational policies
• 2.3Calculations are made to establish intended track, area or position, in accordance with planned route
• 2.4Time frame for survival of the missing persons is calculated
• 2.5Physical and environmental factors are determined to assist in decision making
• 2.6Search area is calculated consistent with organisational policies and procedures
• 2.7Search pattern and track spacing is determined
• 2.8Probability of detection factor for the missing person is calculated
• 2.9Acceptability of probability of detection factor is evaluated
• 2.10Search area is recalculated or redefined, determined by availability of assets, changing weather conditions and search time available

3 Apply rescue planning principles

• 3.1Nature of problem and/or distress is determined, in accordance with the available information
• 3.2Rescue resources are identified, mobilised and monitored
• 3.3Operational risks are assessed and minimised
• 3.4Survivor delivery points are identified, in accordance with requirements and capability of the rescue platform
• 3.5Physical, geographic and medical factors are considered for rescue and delivery, in accordance with situational requirements
• 3.6Time factors are considered, in accordance with situational requirements
• 3.7Chosen solution is evaluated and reported against determined criteria

4 Evaluate operational direction

• 4.1Search and rescue plan is implemented and amended as dictated by the requirements of the situation
• 4.2Process of continual evaluation is applied
• 4.3Contingency planning is conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 4.4Regular briefings and debriefings are conducted with relevant personnel

What does an assessment tool for PUAAMS007 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PUAAMS007 needs to address all 53 unit components: 4 elements with 27 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 14 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for PUAAMS007?

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Is the first assessment tool really free?

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